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Galleries team helping kids get on the road with much-needed mini-bus for Wigan Youth Zone

Description
Cityheart, the developer behind the Council's Galleries redevelopment, is the latest business to pledge support for Wigan Youth Zone, donating £6,000 as minibus sponsor.
Date:
25/05/2023

Why we are investing in Wigan Borough's unsung heroes

Description
Social care is one of the most important areas of work for a council, supporting some of the most vulnerable residents in our community. But it is also a sector that has faced great challenges in recent years, particularly with recruitment.
Date:
22/03/2023

Cabinet portfolio updates at Full Council

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In March, Wigan Council's budget for 2023/24 was agreed at a meeting of the Full Council.
Date:
20/03/2023

Cost-of-living scheme supports families across Wigan Borough

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Wigan Council's flagship cost-of-living support scheme is helping thousands, new figures have revealed.
Date:
20/03/2023

Route to Makinson Arcade reopens as Galleries demolition hits milestone

Description
An update on the demolition works at the former Galleries shopping centre.
Date:
21/02/2023

Wigan Council is ready as winter weather returns – make sure you are too!

Description
As the wintry weather returns, it is reassuring to know that our winter response team is always ready at Wigan Council.
Date:
13/01/2023

Why we chose to add looked after children and care leavers to our equality commitment

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By Cllr Jenny Bullen, Portfolio Holder for Children and Families
Date:
20/12/2022

Our people are 'Here for You'

Description
We reached out in September to ask if any organisations would be willing to open their community hub and parish centre as a warm, welcoming space for residents to visit - we were overwhelmed by the response.
Date:
09/12/2022

Wigan's first climate coalition - a local movement for positive change

Description
In Wigan Borough we have a strong track record of coming together on issues that really affect our local residents.
Date:
08/11/2022

£3.78m of National Lottery funding awarded to enrich Wigan's Haigh Woodland Park

Description
A derelict area of Haigh Woodland Park will be brought back to life as part of exciting plans made possible by a £3.78m grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Date:
30/09/2022
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